Procurement Manager

Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS); United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 51,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental services company is seeking a Procurement Manager to drive transformational value in the Energy and Water sectors. This hybrid role requires a minimum of 5 years of procurement experience, ideally within the construction industry. Candidates with MCIPS qualifications will be favored. Key responsibilities include developing procurement strategies and leading sustainability initiatives, promoting collaboration within the business units.

Benefits

Company car

Comprehensive benefits package

Education assistance

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years procurement experience.
• Construction industry background preferred.
• Asset maintenance procurement expertise.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain strategic partnerships with business unit leaders.
• Create and implement procurement strategies that deliver measurable business value.
• Lead sustainable sourcing initiatives and ESG implementation.

Skills

Strategic procurement

Stakeholder management

Financial management

Data analysis

Change management

Sustainability principles

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, or related field

MCIPS qualified or actively working toward qualification

Job description

Background:

Veolia is Ireland's leading environmental services company. We provide a comprehensive range of energy, waste and water solutions and are dedicated to carbon reduction, protecting the environment and building the circular economy. We offer all employees a benefits package as standard which includes full VHI cover, pension and education assistance.

When you see the world as we do, you see the chance to help the world take better care of its resources, and help it become a better place for everyone. It's why we're looking for someone who's just as committed as we are, to push for genuine change and bring our ambition of Ecological Transformation to life.

We know that everyone here at Veolia can help us work alongside our communities, look after the environment, and contribute to our inclusive culture.

Procurement Manager - Ireland

Location: Blanchardstown, Dublin

Additional travel: Weekly travel to other sites (company car provided)

Position Type: Permanent, Full-time

Flexibility: Hybrid role

About the Role:

We're seeking a strategic and innovative Procurement Manager to join Veolia. This position offers the opportunity to drive transformational value creation across our Ireland business unit, with emphasis on Energy and Water projects and Asset Maintenance.

Position Overview:

The Procurement Manager serves as a strategic advisor to key business units, aligning procurement strategies with business objectives.

This role connects procurement and business operations, promoting collaboration and innovation, particularly in project procurement and asset maintenance.

The position is part of the UK and Ireland Procurement team, reporting to the Head of Procurement Business Partnering for Industrial, Water, and Energy Business.

Core Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain strategic partnerships with business unit leaders

• Create and implement procurement strategies that deliver measurable business value

• Lead sustainable sourcing initiatives and ESG implementation

• Manage complex project procurement in Energy and Water sectors

• Develop and oversee asset maintenance procurement strategies

• Facilitate cross-functional collaboration and change management

Qualifications and Experience:

• Minimum 5 years procurement experience

• Construction industry background preferred, with knowledge of procurement processes, contracts, and tendering

• Asset maintenance procurement expertise

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, or related field

• Either MCIPS qualified or actively working toward qualification

Essential Skills:

• Strategic procurement and business partnership capabilities

• Strong stakeholder management and communication abilities

• Financial management and data analysis proficiency

• Change management experience

• Knowledge of maintenance and facilities management contracts

• Commitment to sustainability principles

Please note:

If you are an EU/EEA national, you will be asked to show proof of right to work in Ireland.

If you are a non-EU/EEA national , you will require current and valid permission to work and reside in the Republic of Ireland.

Information on legislation and guides to the procedures in relation to obtaining greencard permits ,work permits, spousal/dependant permits is available on the Department of Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation website.